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Cheapest return flight
R11 751
Typical prices: R15 680-R20 960
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Mon 8/10Sun 21/10
EDI - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 125
Typical prices: R9 820-R15 752
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/12
EDI - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg R12 961 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town (EDI-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 21
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14:40 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
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0:10 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop London Gatwick
R11 751Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 16
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6:10 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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0:10 - 9:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
R11 912Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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18:35 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop London Stansted
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23:00 - 19:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 428Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 22
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15:20 - 7:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 15m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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23:00 - 19:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 460Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 21
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22:25 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Belfast Intl London Gatwick
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0:10 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 621Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 12
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13:30 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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0:10 - 17:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 718Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:10 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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0:10 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 879Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Tue, Jan 19
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13:05 - 10:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 12:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
R12 960British Airways
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Feb 3
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5:40 - 6:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:25 - 16:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 216KLM
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Feb 1
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5:40 - 6:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:25 - 16:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 216KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town at R16 216 return.
  • December (R22 792) and July (R20 713) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 125
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    On the Edinburgh to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 8%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R17 537 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R18 956 – a R1 418 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of R18 307. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 16 427 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R11 751 to R85 505. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 859, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 06m, compared to 15h 37m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 22m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town range from R15 680 to R20 960, with an average of R18 307 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 680 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R17 537 – about R1 418 less than Friday (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Cape Town trip for June. Fares historically average R16 216 return in that month – typically R6 577 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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